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Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

Decadent Chocolate Orange Cheesecake You'll Want to Share

Indulge in this Chocolate Orange Cheesecake, blending rich chocolate with zesty orange for an irresistible dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 200 grams Digestive Biscuits Can substitute with graham crackers or gingersnap biscuits.
  • 100 grams Unsalted Butter Melted.
For the Filling
  • 600 grams Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 150 grams Caster Sugar Can use powdered sugar for a smoother finish.
  • 3 large Eggs Add one at a time.
  • 250 ml Double Cream Adds richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Zest Fresh.
  • 100 ml Orange Juice Fresh.
  • 200 grams Dark Chocolate Melted and slightly cooled.
  • 100 grams Chopped Orange-Flavored Milk Chocolate For added texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Liqueur Optional.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with melted unsalted butter. Press into the base of the springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese and caster sugar until smooth. Scrape the sides of the bowl as necessary.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in double cream, orange zest, orange juice, and melted dark chocolate until incorporated.
  6. Fold in chopped orange-flavored milk chocolate.
  7. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour until edges are set.
  8. Turn off the oven, leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Remove from the pan and serve with garnishes like melted orange chocolate or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerating overnight enhances the flavor and texture. Ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing for the best result.

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